The best bars & nightlife in Anderson

16 bars & nightlife we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Fajitas, margaritas, and other Mexican offerings served in a comfortable bar and grill with TVs.

3321 N Main St Ste a

Fajitas, margaritas, and other Mexican offerings served in a comfortable bar and grill with TVs.

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Boisterous Australian-themed chain serving steaks, seafood & other hearty steakhouse fare.

110 Interstate Blvd

Boisterous Australian-themed chain serving steaks, seafood & other hearty steakhouse fare.

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Vine & Barrel

Nightlife

Informal venue featuring a wide variety of wines from around the world, along with craft brews, snacks beer and hearty eats such as…

3737 N Hwy 81 Ste A

Informal venue featuring a wide variety of wines from around the world, along with craft brews, snacks beer and hearty eats such as flatbreads. Also has a gift shop.

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Steddy's

Nightlife

Burgers, steaks, and wings are offered at this casual bar and grill that also features karaoke, DJs, and live music.

408 Washington Ave (Easley)

Burgers, steaks, and wings are offered at this casual bar and grill that also features karaoke, DJs, and live music.

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Lakeside option dishing up burgers and fried favorites, plus beer, cocktails and wine.

4023 Whitehall Rd

Lakeside option dishing up burgers and fried favorites, plus beer, cocktails and wine.

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Rustic-chic haunt offering Southern comfort food with a twist, plus Sunday brunch & outdoor seating.

134 W Earle St

Rustic-chic haunt offering Southern comfort food with a twist, plus Sunday brunch & outdoor seating.

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Laid-back bar featuring craft beer, karaoke and friendly service, plus a cookout night.

121 State Rd S-37-11 (Fair Play)

Laid-back bar featuring craft beer, karaoke and friendly service, plus a cookout night.

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The Esso Club

Nightlife

Raucous institution with a bar menu located on the lot of a historic service station.

129 Old Greenville Hwy #1 (Clemson)

Raucous institution with a bar menu located on the lot of a historic service station.

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Casual, family-friendly brewpub with large TVs featuring a menu of burgers and craft beer including flights.

350 E Howell St (Hartwell)

Casual, family-friendly brewpub with large TVs featuring a menu of burgers and craft beer including flights.

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Growler Haus

Nightlife

Cool hangout offering an extensive selection of craft beers, trivia nights, and live music.

313 N Main St

Cool hangout offering an extensive selection of craft beers, trivia nights, and live music.

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Long-running watering hole offering pub grub, beer & cocktails amid playful decor.

107 Sloan St #2 (Clemson)

Long-running watering hole offering pub grub, beer & cocktails amid playful decor.

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Neighborhood hangout since 1971 offering burgers, beers & mixed drinks, plus pool & a patio.

301 N McDuffie St

Neighborhood hangout since 1971 offering burgers, beers & mixed drinks, plus pool & a patio.

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BREWS on Main

Nightlife

Relaxed tap house selling regional craft beer, wine, ciders and more.

130 N Main St

Relaxed tap house selling regional craft beer, wine, ciders and more.

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The Silos

Nightlife

Laid-back spot combining several restaurants, an ice creamery, a brewery and a doughnut shop.

122 Folger Ave Ste A (Easley)

Laid-back spot combining several restaurants, an ice creamery, a brewery and a doughnut shop.

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High Cotton

Nightlife

A laid-back venue known for blues-focused jam sessions and live shows.

57 Depot St (Hartwell)

A laid-back venue known for blues-focused jam sessions and live shows.

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Homey bar and grill serving smoked meats and a large variety of wings, plus live entertainment.

11028 Anderson Rd (Piedmont)

Homey bar and grill serving smoked meats and a large variety of wings, plus live entertainment.

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